Parrots are beautiful, intelligent animals with a strong character. But anyone who has a parrot as a pet also knows: the care and medical costs can be considerable. Think of dental problems, respiratory diseases or injuries. A visit to a specialised bird doctor is often necessary – and pricey.
This is why more and more owners are choosing to insure their parrot. In Belgium, the possibilities are limited, but there are options.
A parrot lives a long time – sometimes as long as 40 to 60 years – and needs regular medical care throughout its life. Consider:
This care requires expertise and is therefore costly. With parrot insurance, you are protected against unexpected high veterinary costs.
The exact coverage depends on the age and type of parrot, but a good parrot insurance policy usually provides:
In some cases: behavioural counselling or preventive care
The premium depends on:
On average, you pay between €10 and €30 per month, depending on the provider and coverage.
Parrots can be insured from 7 weeks of age. The younger you start, the cheaper the premium often is.
Yes. For medical expenses, there is a 30-day waiting period after taking out the policy. For accidents, you are usually insured immediately.
Yes, you have free choice of vet, as long as it is recognised in Belgium or another EU country.
These costs are reimbursed only with the Plus or Total package of Figo Pet. The Basic Package excludes these items.
Yes, with the Total Package you receive an annual prevention budget of €30. You can use this for supplements, care products or annual check-ups, among other things.
